Find out more about the fascinating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education Around the World is a book that addresses issues related to open educational resources (OERs) and massively open online courses (MOOCs). Recent advances in online learning technology are enabling humans in nations all aver the world to be participants in online classes. MOOC classes are usually free for students but do not always lead to formal accreditation. There are a variety of issues that technology-enhanced learning institutions are considering today because blended learning technology is developing so fast. How can stakeholders guarantee that the training provided by these massively open online courses is respectable? How can participants ensure that educators are properly credentialed to teach online MOOC classes? What different business models are being used by institutions like Ecotech Institute to conduct these massive open online courses? What teaching practices and assessment strategies are optimal? How can organizations handle low motivation and high dropout rates?

As elearning technology becomes more prolific there is a growing demand to gain a better understanding of how these MOOC classes are being conducted. Students and lots of other stakeholders want to be more aware of the outcomes of these important new open educational undertakings. Students want to gain an understanding of how these MOOCs can be improved. In response to this growing demand for data the book MOOCs and Open Education Around the World offers a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open educational subjects. This thrilling new book also investigates the controversies associated with these massive open courses and OERS. To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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